Portobello Melts with Smoky Red Pepper Mayo

Health score
5%
Portobello Melts with Smoky Red Pepper Mayo
17 min.
4
205kcal

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Craving a quick and delicious lunch, dinner, or even a meatless main course? Look no further than these fantastic Portobello Melts with Smoky Red Pepper Mayo! Imagine sinking your teeth into a juicy, grilled portobello, its earthy flavor perfectly complemented by a creamy, smoky red pepper mayo. The melted mozzarella and Parmigiano-Reggiano add a salty, cheesy richness that elevates this simple sandwich to new heights.

This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights because it's ready in just 17 minutes! Plus, at only 205 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. We're using whole-grain sandwich thins for a lighter alternative to bread, adding a touch of fiber to boost your meal's nutritional profile.

Each bite delivers a delightful combination of textures and flavors – the tender mushroom, the gooey cheese, the zesty mayo, and the soft bread. Whether you're a vegetarian, a mushroom lover, or simply looking for a fresh and flavorful meal, these Portobello Melts are sure to be a hit. Get ready to fire up the grill and taste the magic!

Ingredients

  • servings smoky pepper mayo red
  • tablespoons parmigiano-reggiano cheese shredded
  • 2.8 ounce part-skim mozzarella 
  • large portobello mushroom caps 
  • ounce whole-grain sandwich thins white (such as Arnold)

Equipment

  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare grill.
  2. Coat both sides of mushroom caps with cooking spray.
  3. Place mushroom caps, gill side down, on grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 5 minutes; turn mushrooms over, and top evenly with cheeses. Grill 5 minutes or until cheeses melt.
  4. Spread 2 1/2 tablespoons Smoky Red Pepper Mayo evenly on cut sides of each sandwich thin.
  5. Place a mushroom cap, cheese side up, on bottom of each sandwich thin. Top with sandwich thin tops.
  6. Choice Ingredient
  7. Round sandwich thins are a tasty alternative to regular sliced bread. Each serving contains 100 calories and 5 grams of fiber, which is comparable to a single slice of bread.

Nutrition Facts

Calories205kcal
Protein22.53%
Fat32.86%
Carbs44.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.25
Glycemic Load
0.03
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
9.6495651991471%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:204.78kcal
10.24%
Fat:8.08g
12.43%
Saturated Fat:2.94g
18.35%
Carbohydrates:24.67g
8.22%
Net Carbohydrates:18.64g
6.78%
Sugar:4.34g
4.83%
Cholesterol:16.08mg
5.36%
Sodium:363.96mg
15.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.46g
24.92%
Selenium:19.14µg
27.34%
Vitamin B3:4.99mg
24.94%
Fiber:6.03g
24.13%
Calcium:227.17mg
22.72%
Phosphorus:200.79mg
20.08%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.47%
Folate:49.41µg
12.35%
Copper:0.25mg
12.34%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.91%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.57%
Potassium:325.53mg
9.3%
Zinc:1.07mg
7.12%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.04%
Vitamin K:6.88µg
6.55%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
3.99%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.04%
Vitamin A:117.58IU
2.35%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.21%
Iron:0.33mg
1.85%
Magnesium:5.7mg
1.43%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.21%
Source:My Recipes